title: Algorithm for the national allocation of hearts and heart-lungs.
abstract: The algorithm used for the equitable allocation of hearts and heart-lungs to potential recipients in the United States is presented. A brief history of the development of the algorithm is followed by discussion of the input criteria and implementation. The current computer system is discussed with emphasis on access by organ procurement personnel.
authors.affiliation: Virginia Commonwealth University, Department of Mathematical Sciences, Richmond 23284-2014.
authors.forename: J E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: Ames
authors.forename: J E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: Strawn
authors.forename: W K
authors.initials: WK
authors.lastname: Vaughn
mesh_terms: D000465:Algorithms; D001788:Blood Grouping and Crossmatching; D001827:Body Height; D001835:Body Weight; D003628:Database Management Systems; D016027:Heart Transplantation; D016041:Heart-Lung Transplantation; D006801:Humans; D009927:Tissue and Organ Procurement / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000592:standards; D014481:United States